Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge
Maryland · Northeast
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 278 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and American Wigeon among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Red-necked Grebe
Podiceps grisegena
Purple Martin
Progne subis
Painted Bunting
Passerina ciris
Mute Swan
Cygnus olor
Rough-legged Hawk
Buteo lagopus
Green-winged Teal (Eurasian)
Anas crecca
Baltimore Oriole
Icterus galbula
Osprey
Pandion haliaetus
Red-headed Woodpecker
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Tundra Swan
Wood Duck
Mallard
Bufflehead
Hooded Merganser
Ruddy Duck
Bonaparte's Gull
Ring-billed Gull
American Herring Gull
Black Vulture
Turkey Vulture
Sharp-shinned Hawk
Bald Eagle
Blue Jay
American Crow
Carolina Chickadee
Tufted Titmouse
Northern Mockingbird
Eastern Bluebird
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.
Amenities
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